During closed application periods think about taking the following steps:

Submit an on-line Interest Form to stay connected...

Prepare physically, start a work-out or conditioning program (always consult your Doctor)...

Prepare mentally for a challenging career...

Learn a second language, you could earn additional preference points...

Volunteer in your community...

Self-assess your background and review all hiring qualifications and disqualifiers...

Ride-a-long with police, fire, or take a jail tour...

Contact a Recruiter for open house or other upcoming special events...

Learn about the hiring process...

Remember, you are competing with several thousand other job applicants.  Improve your candidacy by being proactive.